Map & location
Overview
W11 2QB falls within the Colville ward of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, in the vibrant neighbourhood of Notting Hill. The immediate surroundings are characterised by handsome Victorian terraces, stucco-fronted townhouses and colourful Edwardian villas lining streets such as Portobello Road and Colville Terrace — one of London's most iconic and photographed streetscapes.
The area is celebrated for its eclectic mix of independent boutiques, antique markets, cafés and restaurants, all set against a backdrop of elegant period architecture. The internationally famous Portobello Road Market is moments away, while the leafy squares of Pembridge Gardens and Colville Square provide peaceful green breathing space. Residents enjoy excellent connectivity and a strong sense of community in one of central London's most desirable postcodes.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £1,250,000, around 3% above the wider W11 district average of £1,209,063 (HM Land Registry, 323 recent sales).
Getting here
W11 2QB is well served by public transport. Several bus routes run along Ladbroke Grove, Westbourne Grove and Pembridge Road, connecting the postcode to Paddington, Oxford Circus, Hammersmith and beyond. The area is also accessible by bicycle, with Santander Cycles docking stations in the vicinity and dedicated cycle lanes on key roads. On foot, Portobello Road and its surrounding streets are easily walkable from nearby Underground stations within the postcode district. Motorists can access the A40 (Westway) to the north for routes out of London, and there is a mix of residents' permit parking and short-stay parking nearby.
What it's famous for
Notting Hill is one of London's most internationally recognised neighbourhoods, famous for the Notting Hill Carnival — Europe's largest street festival, held annually on the August Bank Holiday weekend along Ladbroke Grove and the surrounding streets. Portobello Road Market, running through the heart of the postcode district, is world-renowned for its antiques, fresh produce, street food and vintage fashion. The area gained further global fame through the 1999 film Notting Hill starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts, and the distinctive blue-doored house on Westbourne Park Road remains a popular tourist landmark.
Services & facilities
Provides council tax, planning, waste and local services
Policing for the W11 area and wider RBKC
LFB station on Lancaster Road serving this postcode
Public lending library close to the postcode
Tourist attractions
World-famous antiques, produce and vintage market
~200 mQuiet communal garden square popular with residents
~150 mAnnual Caribbean carnival, Europe's largest street festival
on doorstepIndependent arthouse cinema on Notting Hill Gate
~600 mRoyal park with Serpentine Gallery and Italian Gardens
~1.2 kmRenowned contemporary art galleries within Kensington Gardens
~1.4 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W112SE · 020 72295800
~200 mW113EP · 020 77272222
~350 mW112EH · 020 77275800
~400 mPharmacies
W112SE · 020 72294553
~200 mW112JA · 020 77276882
~300 mW111LA · 02077 275470
~450 mDentists
W112SE
~200 mW111PA
~400 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Colville Primary School, is ~200 m away.
Community school
~200 mOther independent school
~350 mOther independent school
~500 mOther independent school
~600 mOther independent school
~600 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Hundreds of independent antique and vintage dealers
Diverse dining scene along Westbourne Grove and Ledbury Road
High-end independent fashion and lifestyle shops
Area hosts various creative agencies and production companies
Several luxury estate agencies operate in the postcode
Gyms & leisure
Browsing antiques, street food and vintage every Saturday
~200 mPeaceful residents' garden with benches and mature trees
~150 mTraditional Samuel Smith's pub on Portobello Road
~300 mFull-service health club a short distance south
~1 kmLive music and club nights in a basement venue
~500 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband infrastructure available
Cable broadband coverage in much of the W11 area
Water and sewerage services for this postcode
Electricity distribution network operator for London
Residential & community
Characteristic stucco-fronted terraces on Colville Terrace and nearby streets
Period terraces widely converted into spacious garden flats
Larger family homes on streets such as Pembridge Crescent
Mix of long-term owners and professional renters
Strict planning controls protect the Victorian streetscape
Transport
Train & Tube
Notting Hill Gate Station
Notting Hill
Holland Park
Holland Park
Ladbroke Grove
Ladbroke Grove
Westbourne Park Station
Westbourne Park
Bus stops
Portobello Road / Colville Terrace
Stops on Portobello Road towards Ladbroke Grove and Notting Hill Gate
Ladbroke Grove stops
North–south route connecting Harrow Road to Hammersmith
Westbourne Grove / Pembridge Road
East–west connections towards Paddington and Bayswater
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Portobello Road
Hire docking station on Portobello Road near Colville Terrace
Santander Cycles — Ladbroke Grove
Docking station at the junction of Ladbroke Grove
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
RBKC on-street EV charger
Council-installed charge points on surrounding residential streets
Defibrillators
Portobello Road Market area
Publicly accessible defibrillator near the market
Postboxes & Post Office
Notting Hill Post Office
Full post office and parcel services near Notting Hill Gate
Fuel stations
BP — Ladbroke Grove
Petrol station on Ladbroke Grove serving the local area
Places of worship
Victorian Anglican church at the heart of Notting Hill
~300 mHistoric Catholic church serving the local community
~500 mActive evangelical congregation in the neighbourhood
~400 mMosque and cultural centre on Acklam Road
~600 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 151% above the national average (171.1 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1717 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 6 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,046.
Housing & utilities
Among the highest property values in the borough, driven by Victorian stock
Protected streetscape; planning restrictions limit unsympathetic development
Popular with young professionals and international tenants year-round
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Residents' communal garden providing local green amenity
Entire postcode within London's Ultra Low Emission Zone
Elevated noise levels during Notting Hill Carnival weekend
Streetscape protected under RBKC planning policy
FAQs
Where exactly is W11 2QB?
W11 2QB is located in Notting Hill, within the Colville ward of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, in west London. It sits close to Portobello Road, roughly midway between Ladbroke Grove and Pembridge Road.
What is W11 2QB like to live in?
The area is vibrant and highly sought-after, known for its colourful Victorian terraces, independent boutiques, Portobello Road Market, and a strong community feel. It attracts professionals and families who value character architecture and excellent local amenities.
What are property prices like in W11 2QB?
Notting Hill is one of London's most prestigious addresses. Property values in the W11 postcode district are significantly above the London average, reflecting the quality of the Victorian stock and the area's desirability — see the residential section above for context.
Which council covers W11 2QB?
W11 2QB falls within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC). The council provides local services including planning, waste collection, libraries and social care.
Which parliamentary constituency is W11 2QB in?
W11 2QB is in the Kensington and Bayswater parliamentary constituency.
What ward does W11 2QB belong to?
The postcode sits within the Colville ward, one of the wards making up the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Are there schools near W11 2QB?
Several schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What buses serve W11 2QB?
Multiple bus routes run through the area along Portobello Road, Ladbroke Grove and Westbourne Grove, providing links to Paddington, Oxford Circus, Hammersmith and beyond. See the transport section for specific routes and stop locations.
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Useful links
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